{"product_id":"9781837051632","title":"The Irish Tricolour : The Truth behind the Symbols and Struggles that Defined a Nation by John Crotty","description":"This nationally important book reveals the untold story of the Irish tricolour: its true origins, a forgotten heroine, and the emblems it replaced. For the first time, a fully referenced history corrects long-standing myths and slurs surrounding Ireland's national flag. It also reinterprets iconic Irish symbols - from the harp and shamrock to the tri-spiral - placing them within the broader journey toward Irish nationhood and national identity. Along Ireland's road to a republic, key figures are restored to their rightful place - from Owen Roe O'Neill and Wolfe Tone to Thomas Meagher and Padraig Pearse.   The book explores crucial turning points - the rise of green as Ireland's colour, the rebellions of 1642, 1798, 1848, and 1916, Catholic Emancipation, and the flag's later use - and misuse. A bold, insightful retelling of Ireland's story through its symbols.\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback \/ softback","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56369303388533,"sku":"9781837051632","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781837051632.jpg?v=1763552889","url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/9781837051632","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}